Neurological Speech Therapist
At Fastmedica, we support our patients living in the UK on a daily basis. In our clinic, we assist both children and adults in developing effective communication skills. Our neurospeech therapists are highly skilled in this field and enhance their expertise with knowledge of related disciplines, which improves the overall therapy process.
What Does a Neurological Speech Therapist Do?
A neurological speech therapist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats communication disorders that are caused by neurological conditions. This includes working with young children who are not speaking by the expected age, as well as with adults experiencing speech difficulties due to stroke, brain injury, or trauma. Children on the autism spectrum also benefit from therapy that supports their communication and language development.
Speech therapists in this field also work with patients who experience fluency disorders, articulation problems, or difficulties related to motor speech, such as dysarthria or apraxia. Therapy is always personalized and tailored to the patient’s individual needs.
When Should You See a Neurological Speech Therapist?
It’s important to consult a specialist when there are signs of delayed or disordered speech and communication. For children, this includes:
- Delayed speech development or lack of speech appropriate for their age,
- Difficulty with sucking, swallowing, or breathing patterns in newborns,
- Visible tension or discomfort while feeding,
- Unusual tongue structure, dental anomalies, or malocclusions,
- Delayed emotional or psychomotor development compared to peers.
Early intervention can significantly improve a child’s future speech and cognitive development. Neurological speech therapists are also trained to assess newborns to determine if their feeding reflexes are developing properly — such as sucking, swallowing, and breathing.
Therapy for Children with Neurological Conditions
Therapy supports children with a wide range of developmental, neurological, or genetic conditions. A neurological speech therapist may work with:
- Premature infants or babies at risk due to complications around birth,
- Children with nervous system damage or disorders affecting development,
- Children with Down syndrome, Apert syndrome, or cerebral palsy,
- Children with cleft lip or palate,
- Children on the autism spectrum or with Asperger’s syndrome,
- Children with speech delay, stuttering, voice disorders, or aphasia,
- Children with dysphagia or difficulties with sucking and feeding.
Speech Therapy for Adults
Adults can also benefit from the support of a neurological speech therapist. Therapy is available for those recovering from:
- Strokes, brain injuries, or post-accident trauma,
- Neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis,
- Dysarthria, aphasia, or voice loss following neurological damage.
Therapy focuses on restoring communication, supporting swallowing function, and improving the overall quality of life through targeted rehabilitation.
Why Choose Our Neurological Speech Therapists in London?
Our team of specialists continuously upgrade their skills by attending advanced training programs and workshops. Each therapist has completed postgraduate studies in speech-language therapy and neurology-focused courses, allowing them to offer evidence-based and effective care.
We offer support in areas such as:
- Language programming and speech development,
- Central auditory processing disorders (CAPD),
- Montessori-based communication strategies,
- Dysfunctions of the speech apparatus and their effect on articulation,
- Correct swallowing patterns and tongue posture,
- Early intervention for toddlers and infants,
- Support for children with attention and concentration issues,
- Neurorehabilitation of facial muscles and jaw function,
- Therapy for children with Down syndrome and other syndromes.
Book a Consultation
Whether you’re concerned about your child’s speech development or need support as an adult following a neurological incident, our experienced team is here to help. Contact us today to book a consultation with a qualified neurological speech therapist in London.